Working @ Heights

Summary Statement

Discusses risks associated with working at heights and safe practice guidelines. Includes a checklist.

This material was produced under grant
46K1-HT18 from the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration, U.S.
Department of Labor. It does not
necessarily reflect the views or policies
of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor
does the mention of trade names,
commercial products, or organizations
imply endorsement by the U.S.
Government.

Follow erection sequence Install all temporary and permanent bracing Remember bracing provides no value until both ends are connected Leave all bracing in place until it can be safely removed Keep erection within limits of bolts, welding and other fasteners Do not over-load On multiple story structures, check the status of the floor you are loading to ensure it can easily accommodate the anticipated load Once plumb and square, install and secure bridging before loading, to eliminate possibility of collapse

Safe Work Practice Guidelines

Eliminate Scaffold
Collapse

Inspect:
All pieces before
erecting
All components before
getting on any scaffold
Over-head anchors
before each shift